The Virgin Mary is the mother of Jesus Christ and the most highly honored and beloved saint. She has four names in the Greek Orthodox church: Theotokos (Mother of God), Panayia (All Holy), Aiparthenos (Ever Virgin), and Despina (Our Lady). August 15 is one of the most important church holidays.

Pilgrimage Sites:• Mary's tomb at the foot of the Mount of Olives, Jerusalem• Miraculous icon at the Church of the Evangelistria on the island of Tinos